Franklin Templeton Launches 24/7 Tokenized ETFs With Ondo

• Franklin Templeton launches 24/7 tokenized ETFs, letting investors trade anytime via blockchain.
• Tokenization allows fractional ownership, cross-border trading, and simpler access to markets.
• Regulators and competition remain challenges as tokenized funds reshape traditional finance.

Franklin Templeton, the $1.7 trillion U.S. asset manager, is launching tokenized ETFs that can trade 24/7 through a partnership with Ondo. The move allows investors to access traditional assets like stocks and ETFs on blockchain, enabling continuous trading, fractional ownership, and easier global market participation.

Franklin Templeton Launches Tokenized ETFs

Franklin Templeton has partnered with Ondo Global Markets to bring tokenized ETFs on-chain. These assets can be traded at any time through crypto wallets, removing traditional market hour restrictions.

The initiative allows investors to buy and sell ETFs continuously, improving flexibility and access to global markets.

Sandy Kaul, Franklin’s head of innovation, said, “These ETFs represent a good mix of different exposures. And it gives a good test case for us to see what is really striking the appetite of this new audience.”

The partnership uses Ondo’s technology to turn assets into digital tokens, which represent ownership but have no actual value on their own. Tokenization makes assets more secure and allows people to own fractions of them, making it easier to trade across borders. 

Ondo Platform Growth Supports Adoption

Since its launch in September 2025, Ondo Global Markets has handled over $12 billion in trades and holds $620 million in total value, serving around 60,000 users. The platform also removes hurdles like currency exchanges and account limits, giving investors simpler access to traditional markets.

Tokenization is gaining ground among major financial players. JPMorgan launched its My OnChain Net Yield Fund (MONY) on Ethereum, now managing $100 million. BlackRock’s BUIDL fund handles $2.03 billion in digital assets. 

The New York Stock Exchange recently teamed up with Securitize to allow tokenized securities to trade 24/7. These moves show a shift toward decentralized finance, where middlemen play a smaller role. 

Ondo Finance said, “The opportunity for the U.S. to cement its position as the global leader in modern finance is immediate.” Regulators now face pressure to set clear rules for cross-border tokenized securities. 

Implications and Challenges Ahead

Despite growth, regulatory clarity remains a key challenge. Tokenized securities must comply with cross-border rules and existing financial laws.

At the same time, competition is increasing as more institutions launch similar products. The success of tokenized ETFs will depend on regulatory support and continued adoption.

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